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A review by ixxy
No Longer Human by Osamu Dazai
dark
emotional
reflective
sad
medium-paced
- Plot- or character-driven? Character
- Strong character development? It's complicated
- Loveable characters? It's complicated
- Diverse cast of characters? N/A
- Flaws of characters a main focus? Yes
4.5
A classic of Japanese literature.
I've read this in both Japanese in English, and can confirm that the translation by Donald Keene is quite faithful.
I've read this in both Japanese in English, and can confirm that the translation by Donald Keene is quite faithful.
Content Warnings
Graphic: Addiction, Alcoholism, Drug abuse, and Mental illness
Moderate: Death, Suicidal thoughts, Suicide, Grief, and Suicide attempt
Minor: Domestic abuse, Physical abuse, Rape, and Sexual assault